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2508.40.01.50/Bentonite Clay Swellable Grade/Germany

Bentonite Clay Swellable Grade from Germany

Sodium montmorillonite bentonite clay with high swelling capacity, used in drilling muds and sealants. HTS 2508.40.0150 covers this as 'other clays', unexpanded and suitable for industrial applications like oilfield services.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
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Import Tips

• Certify montmorillonite content (>70%) and cation exchange capacity for proper 'other clays' declaration

• Declare intended end-use (e.g

• drilling) but note classification is material-based, not use-based

Bentonite Clay Swellable Grade from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 2508.40.01.50